The Groove Parenting Blog

1 Tool to Relieve Parental Burden Sep 15, 2023

A family calendar relieves parental burden. ...

What is School Readiness? Part 1 May 08, 2023

This is an important question when families are considering Kindergarten programs, and even toddler and nursery programs. As my fellow New Yorkers...

When Reward Systems Work – And When They Don’t! May 01, 2023

Here’s a story my fellow NYCers can relate to:

I awoke to my 5-year-old shrieking in the bathroom. Why? There was one of those horrifying...

Responsibilities, Not Chores Apr 11, 2023

What kind of feeling do you have about the word chore? For me, it’s a negative, sinking feeling. I consider a chore a task I don’t want...

Liz's Little Time/Big Impact Tips for School Readiness Mar 14, 2023

Are you ready to spend just a little of your time for big impact? Keep reading and you’ll learn a few of my everyday tips to build your...

No Room for Play Room? When We Can't Have it All, Have it Small. Feb 27, 2023

I wish I had a basement where I could send my 3 active, loud and spirited boys. I would shut the door, and then peacefully drink some coffee while...

How I Got My Kids to Play By Themselves Jan 24, 2023

Don’t believe the hype around the latest toys that claim your child will be occupied for hours. When it comes down to it, independent play...

The School Day Morning Hustle Jan 20, 2023

As I stand at the bus stop waving goodbye to the faces peering out the school bus windows, a wave of freedom passes over, and suddenly, my fellow...

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